The Joy You Find in a Friend
Izzie has trouble making friends. Her dad and I don’t understand why or how, but she seems to struggle with … Continue reading The Joy You Find in a Friend
Category: HLHS
References to Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
Hijacked
I’ve been hijacked. Spaces that used to be mine have been overtaken by Melissa. What else is new? I mean, … Continue reading Hijacked
The importance of being in the moment, even if the moment is hard
Not sure what is going on but for the past few weeks, I’ve experienced a lack of energy and motivation … Continue reading The importance of being in the moment, even if the moment is hard
Free Range Parenting: a few words.
The topic at my inaugural PTA meeting was the car line in front of Nathaniel Morton Elementary School. A topic … Continue reading Free Range Parenting: a few words.
The moment you take when you have to catch your breath…
Last night after dinner, Izzie and her dad were sitting on the couch having an ice pop. Addie’s latest obsession … Continue reading The moment you take when you have to catch your breath…
Keeping it in the day.
In 2012, I became acquainted with the Schultz family through Mike’s blog ‘Echo of Hope’. The description of hospital life … Continue reading Keeping it in the day.
Happy Birthday, Dad. Love you.
Today, my father would have been 76 years old. In years past, I would call him up, sing him ‘Happy … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Dad. Love you.
Inviting in Compassion while shutting the door on resentment
When she awoke the next morning after a very restless night, she realized that she still had blood in her … Continue reading Inviting in Compassion while shutting the door on resentment
Half the Heart Mom I Used to Be
Heart month is coming to an end and I totally slacked off spreading CHD awareness. No pun intended, but my … Continue reading Half the Heart Mom I Used to Be
The power of having a choice, and the hope that comes with it
I am regretting not attending the Women’s March in Boston this past Saturday. I knew that it would have been … Continue reading The power of having a choice, and the hope that comes with it
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